03 Apr Head of Business Studies
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: MPS / UPS plus TLR2c £7908
Hours per week: Full-time
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Age Range: KS4 and KS5
NOR: 1260
Job outline
Head of Business Studies
Join our thriving Church of England secondary school in the heart of Derby
The Role
We’re seeking a passionate and skilled Head of Business Studies to join our successful school. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a growing school that opened in 2018 and now serves over 1,200 students across Years 7-13.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategic direction of the Business department, aligned with the school improvement plan.
- Develop the Business Studies curriculum to meet the needs of all students.
- Monitor teaching quality and student progress to achieve above-national outcomes.
- Model excellent teaching practices and support department staff in delivering high-quality lessons.
- Manage assessment and reporting, implementing interventions to support student progress.
About Us
Derby Cathedral School is the Diocese’s first Church of England Secondary school, housed in a state-of-the-art building since September 2021. Our curriculum and FAITH values create a foundation for outstanding personal development and academic achievement.
Our Department: The Business Studies department delivers a diverse and engaging curriculum across KS4 and KS5. We are passionate about delivering our breadth of offer and wider enrichment opportunities to prepare students for both further study and careers in the Business sector.
What We Offer
- Modern, purpose-built facilities in Derby city centre
- Free on-site parking
- Free on-site gym
- Westfield Health employee assistance programme
- Annual flu jab
- Supportive professional development
- Opportunity to shape a growing department
Location
Derby offers an exceptional quality of life, situated just 15 minutes from the M1 and on the doorstep of the Peak District National Park. The city combines urban amenities with easy access to stunning countryside, making it one of the UK’s top places to live.
Application information
Key Details
- Start Date: 1st September 2025
- Closing Date for Applications: 23/04/2025
- Application Process: Please complete the DDAT application form and submit it to j.foulkes@derbycathedralschool.org.uk by the closing date.
Safeguarding Commitment
Derby Diocesan Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly underrepresented groups. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, and enhanced DBS clearance.
Join us in shaping the future of education in Derby—apply today and become part of our success story!
DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.
DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
